You may think you know all of the pattern companies out there, but I feel quite confident that you will discover some new
ones this month. Get ready to learn all
about 21 fabulous design companies!

Four sew-along contests will be running simultaneously (plus one bonus prize winner randomly selected from everyone who participates) – I will be hosting the Dressed to the Nines category; Everyday Casual will be hosted by Jenny of Cashmerette; an Indie Love Affair will be hosted by Wanett of Sown Brooklyn; and Pattern Hacking will be hosted by Rhonda of Rhonda’s Creative Life.

Voting will begin June 4th, so make sure to get your
projects posted by then! I will be
adding a link-up to this initial post for all entires in the Dressed to the Nines
category next week. I can’t wait to see what
everyone creates this month!

To get your creative juices flowing, I will be back next
week with some thoughts on what makes an outfit fancy or formal, and how to
feel fabulous in whatever you choose to wear to that special occasion. In the meantime, make sure to check out all the indie companies involved:

I'm working on a Anna dress. I was going to make a Sew Chic dress but I was having trouble doing an SBA. I eventually got it right but thought I wouldn't have enough time to finish. So I switched to Anna but I discovered I had to do an SBA there too! Ack. I'm finally sewing it - but it's down to the wire!

Last minute rush, sounds familiar! Sewing went well, last minute picture taking not so much. Ended up in a soaking wet garden during a thunderstorm, modeling a maxi dress in stiletto heels! The things we do for deadlines ;)

About Me

Chronicling my adventures in creativity. I adore sewing and knitting, mostly vintage or vintage-inspired patterns. I hope this blog will inspire others to create lovely and lasting garments that speak of a past era and yet remain timeless and elegant.